Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Opthalmologist
Company: Trinity Health
Location: Maywood
Posted on: February 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The Department of Ophthalmology at Loyola University Health
System (LUHS) and the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital are seeking a
full-time glaucoma ophthalmologist. Candidates must have strong
academic interests and commitment. Responsibilities include patient
care, clinical teaching of medical students and residents, as well
as research. Our department provides a strongly supportive
environment with opportunities for mentorship and continued career
development. The appropriate academic appointment will be provided
based on the candidates qualifications. Candidates must have
fellowship training in glaucoma. The Department of Ophthalmology
provides 40,000 combined visits per year at all locations. Faculty
members see patients at Hines VA hospital, LOC as well as 4 other
satellite offices. The glaucoma ophthalmologist will see patients
at the LOC, the Loyola Center for Health at Burr Ridge (a 104,000
sq ft multispecialty outpatient facility), and Edward Hines, Jr.
Veterans Administration Hospital. This opportunity offers a
competitive compensation and benefits package including:
Competitive starting compensation between $159,000 - $985,945
Salary Based on Academic Rank and Experience Excellent Benefits:
Trinity Health Benefits Summary Paid Time Off Days Paid
malpractice, including post-employment tail coverage Relocation
Expense Reimbursement (in accordance with IRS guidelines) CME Days
and Allowance Additional Benefits from LUC or VA (if applicable) We
have a strong department of dedicated faculty, committed residents
and experienced support staff who serve our organizations
tripartite mission of patient care, research and education. Visit
our web sites at http://ssom.luc.edu/ophtha/ and
https://www.loyolamedicine.org/ophthalmology to learn more.
Interested candidates should email cover letter and CV to Meenakshi
Chaku MD (Director of the Glaucoma Service) and Katie Delaney,
Physician Recruitment Office, at LOY-PhysicianRecruit@lumc.edu as
well as apply online at www.loyolamedicine.org/careers .
www.LoyolaMedicine.org All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational
qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, marital
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran
status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
disability.
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